Deadline: 31 July 2014 The deadline for Ockenden International Prize 2015, an opportunity to fly to the United Kingdom to present your project, is approaching near. If you are an organization with programs, projects or activities fostering self-reliance for the refugees and displaced people … [Read more...] about Does your Project Benefit Refugees and Displaced People? The Ockenden Prizes of $150,000 awaits you!
A Comprehensive Guide for NGOs Working with Small-Scale and Artisanal Mining
Introduction Across the globe the mining industry has experienced massive growth since the beginning of the 20th century. While large-scale mines cause much social and environmental harm, it is believed that small-scale and artisanal mines pose an even greater threat. Small-scale mining is a … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide for NGOs Working with Small-Scale and Artisanal Mining
Innovation Grants of up to £1 Million to Prevent Violence against Women & Girls
Deadline: 10 July 2014 The United Kingdom Department for International Development (DFID) invites grant applications for the program 'What it takes to Prevent Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG)?' from in-country organizations and institutions in DFID priority countries. The primary aim of the … [Read more...] about Innovation Grants of up to £1 Million to Prevent Violence against Women & Girls
Rockefeller Brothers Fund
The Rockefeller Brothers Fund was founded in 1940 for the purpose of social change that contributes to a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world. The RBF's grant making is organized around three themes: Democratic Practice, Peacebuilding, and Sustainable Development. Areas of Interest: Human … [Read more...] about Rockefeller Brothers Fund
John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is one of the largest private philanthropies committed to building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world. The Foundation works to defend human rights, advance global conservation and security, make cities better places, and understand how … [Read more...] about John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Evan Cornish Foundation
The Evan Cornish Foundation is a Grant Making charitable organization which aims to utilize funds for the benefit of charitable activities in the local, national and international communities. Areas of Interest: Human Rights Education Health Social & Economic … [Read more...] about Evan Cornish Foundation
Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund was established in 1997 with the goal to improve the lives of the most disadvantaged people in the UK and around the world. The Fund was committed to sharing the lessons that emerged from rigorous evaluation and research to help increase its impact, support … [Read more...] about Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Fund
The Commonwealth Foundation
The Commonwealth Foundation is a development organization with an international remit and reach, uniquely situated at the interface between government and civil society. The Foundation aims to develop the capacity of Civil Society to act together and learn from each other to engage with the … [Read more...] about The Commonwealth Foundation
The GE Foundation
The GE Foundation, the philanthropic organization of General Electric Company, invests in initiatives that work to solve some of the world's most difficult problems. The Foundation focuses on education, health, environment, public policy, human rights, disaster relief and community success around … [Read more...] about The GE Foundation
The BBC World Service Trust
The BBC (British Broadcasting Corporation) World Service Trust emphasizes on interactive technologies in its work to alleviate poverty and promote human rights in over 43 countries – primarily in Africa, Asia and the Middle East. The BBC World Service Trust has a track record of innovation and … [Read more...] about The BBC World Service Trust
